Pakistani music icon Rahat Fateh Ali Khan has praised Indian singer Diljit Dosanjh for his rendition of “Sanson Ki Mala Pe.”

Diljit performed the famous qawwali as a tribute to legendary singer Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan.

The performance took place during Diljit’s Aura World Tour at London’s Wembley Stadium. The concert was held on September 12.

Diljit became the first Punjabi artist to headline a show at the iconic venue. His performance attracted attention from audiences in Pakistan, India and beyond.

The singer performed “Sanson Ki Mala Pe” during the major concert. The song is among Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan’s widely recognised works.

Videos from the performance quickly circulated across social media. Fans praised Diljit for presenting the classic qawwali to an international audience.

The Wembley crowd also joined the performance. Many attendees waved their phone lights while singing along with the song.

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan later shared his thoughts about Diljit’s performance. He spoke about the tribute ahead of his own concert in Toronto.

Rahat is the nephew of Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan. He also learned music under the guidance of his legendary uncle.

According to Rahat, performing Nusrat’s songs can be challenging for even established artists. He said performers may feel nervous because of the musical legacy attached to those songs.

However, he praised Diljit for handling the demanding performance with sincerity. Rahat said Diljit performed the song with genuine emotion.

He also appreciated the effort Diljit put into the tribute. According to Rahat, the singer’s dedication could be heard and felt during the performance.

Rahat said Diljit deserved appreciation for his attempt. He also acknowledged the significance of presenting Nusrat’s music at such a major venue.

Diljit had previously discussed the challenge of performing Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan’s music. He described Nusrat as a great artist with a distinctive musical legacy.

The Indian singer also acknowledged that performing Nusrat’s songs is not easy. He said his intention was to honour the late qawwali maestro.

Diljit’s performance gave the classic qawwali a new international setting. It also introduced the work to concertgoers who may not have heard it live before.

The tribute has received attention because of Nusrat’s lasting influence on South Asian music. His qawwalis continue to attract listeners across different countries and generations.

For Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, the performance also carried a personal connection. His relationship with Nusrat gave his comments additional context.

Rahat remains closely associated with the musical tradition established by his uncle. He has continued performing qawwali and other forms of South Asian music internationally.

Diljit’s Wembley performance has therefore become a notable tribute to Nusrat’s musical legacy. It also highlighted the continued reach of his work beyond South Asia.

The appreciation from Rahat Fateh Ali Khan adds another layer to the tribute. His comments recognised Diljit’s effort while acknowledging the challenge of performing Nusrat’s iconic compositions.

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